Request for Proposal (RFP)
for Water Meter Replacement Project
Funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Notice to Contractors
The Village of St. Elizabeth is requesting proposals from qualified contractors for the replacement of manual read water meters within the St. Elizabeth Water System in St. Elizabeth, Missouri. Proposals must be submitted by 6:00 P.M. on December 19th, either to the mailing address: P.O. Box 67, St. Elizabeth, MO 65075, or to the physical address: 160 South Walnut Street, St. Elizabeth, MO 65075, at the office of the Village of St. Elizabeth.
The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, the replacement of manual read water meters, including the meters, installation, and all additional necessary equipment. Please submit pricing based on the replacement of 30 meters. Additionally, provide pricing for the replacement of 60 meters and 90 meters, as the Village may opt to increase the total quantity depending on the availability of funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
The final quantity of meters to be replaced will be determined based on the available budget.
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
1. Cost (50%):
Please provide an itemized spec sheet, including brief descriptions for each item.
2. Experience (25%):
Please submit a list of relevant projects recently completed or nearly completed.
3. Availability (25%):
Please specify your availability to start the project, including the earliest possible start date.
This RFP does not commit the Village of St. Elizabeth to pay any costs incurred in the preparation or submission of proposals.
The selected contractor will be required to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, maintain accurate records, and submit all necessary documentation as required for federal reporting and auditing purposes.
The Village of St. Elizabeth hereby notifies all contractors that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals will be afforded full opportunity to submit proposals in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin in consideration for an award.
The Village of St. Elizabeth reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and waive any informality in the proposal process.
Published Dec. 12, 2024
